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Smarter Than Cancer Podcast: How do we reach Indigenous communities?

There are countless reasons a person might develop medical issues like cancer. There are also many reasons why they might not trust health advice provided by someone who does not look like them.

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 - 09:05 am

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5 questions to ask when choosing a brain tumor surgeon

"At Roswell Park, we're not just treating a tumor, we're treating a person. We will tailor a plan to your specific needs and diagnosis."

Thursday, May 7, 2026 - 08:00 am

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Providing cancer information in a language you can use

The best information in the world is not going to be useful if it is provided in English, but the person concerned about their health speaks another language exclusively.

Friday, May 1, 2026 - 10:30 am

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Prevention & Screening

A facial prosthesis is being sculpted for a patient with head and neck cancer

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Facial prosthetics are an important part of cancer treatment

Some cancer patients have to undergo extensive surgery that dramatically alters their appearance, often causing great emotional distress. Thanks to the work of Dr. Vladimir Frias, Director of Maxillofacial Prosthetics, they can look like themselves again.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 - 08:00 am

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Testicular cancer: Nate’s story

Valentine’s Day is usually when people’s minds turn to thoughts of hearts and flowers. For Nate Geary, it’s the day he was diagnosed with testicular cancer, making it special in an unexpected way.

Thursday, April 23, 2026 - 09:00 am

Patient Stories

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Exercise programs for cancer survivors

Like the rest of our survivorship services, the exercise programs help personalize your medical and preventive care, help you manage side effects and restore your body and soul.

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 - 09:09 am

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Life & Wellness

Breast and ovarian cancer patient SallyAnn Decker smiles with her niece, Stacy, in the Roswell Park lobby

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Genetic testing leads to early diagnosis of ovarian cancer: Sally’s story

Sally is determined to spread the word to family, friends and everyone else about the benefits of knowing your genetic status.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 08:52 am

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Prevention & Screening

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Smarter Than Cancer Podcast: Roswell Park’s mobile cancer screening centers

Having to drive far to access a low-dose CT scan, the tool most effective for finding lung cancer, creates a barrier to early diagnosis. Roswell Park's mobile cancer screening center brings the scan to you.

Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 09:25 am

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Your next steps if breast cancer becomes metastatic

Several novel options are available through clinical trials at Roswell Park for patients with metastatic breast cancer. Always ask your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 09:10 am

Cancer Research & News

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